The search continues......Looked at an Olhausesen,was told it was an 8 but was an 8. I also checked on a 9 foot AE Schmidt,looked okay but played terrible,needs new cushions for sure. I do not know much about this brand so any input is welcome. A local biz is getting an OS Gandy 8 footer this week,commercial style. I have read a bunch about Big Gs,not many liked them. I know I played on e few decades ago. I can get it delivered and set up with Simonis for about $1800. I think this would be better than the Schmidt.